E-3 Visa Purchasing Assistant Jobs
Purchasing Assistant roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and renews in two-year increments, making it a stable path for Australian procurement professionals building a U.S. career.
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Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain Operations, provides daily purchasing functions for Brown University Health’s centralized purchasing and procurement department. Responsible for coordinating activities and functions of the daily tactical and strategic operations. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.
In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:
- Instill Trust and Value Differences
- Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate
Responsibilities
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Purchasing supplies, materials, equipment, and services according to procurement policies and standards for Brown University Health.
- Processing priority purchasing requests for all service lines.
- Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements.
- Resolve any supply issues or discrepancies between suppliers and their organization.
- Provide customer service to internal stakeholders on new/existing requests.
- Maintaining accurate purchasing records in accordance with internal policies.
- Increase ordering efficiency with suppliers.
- Review purchase requirements with internal stakeholders.
- Track and maintain the status of orders and report issues to supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ability to exercise considerable independent judgement when performing daily tasks.
- Represents the organization in a professional manner.
- Complies with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Effectively manages competing priorities in a changing, highly results-oriented, deadline-driven environment.
- Ensures proper protection of organization’s confidential information.
- A high level of interpersonal skills to effectively represent Brown University Health and Supply Chain in interaction with all levels of personnel within and outside the organization.
EDUCATION
- High School Diploma or equivalent required and a minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing.
EXPERIENCE
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Pay Range
$20.96-$34.61
Location
Corporate Headquarters - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type
M-F 8:00am-5:00pm
Work Shift
Day
Daily Hours
8 hours
Driving Required
No
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain Operations, provides daily purchasing functions for Brown University Health’s centralized purchasing and procurement department. Responsible for coordinating activities and functions of the daily tactical and strategic operations. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.
In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:
- Instill Trust and Value Differences
- Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate
Responsibilities
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Purchasing supplies, materials, equipment, and services according to procurement policies and standards for Brown University Health.
- Processing priority purchasing requests for all service lines.
- Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements.
- Resolve any supply issues or discrepancies between suppliers and their organization.
- Provide customer service to internal stakeholders on new/existing requests.
- Maintaining accurate purchasing records in accordance with internal policies.
- Increase ordering efficiency with suppliers.
- Review purchase requirements with internal stakeholders.
- Track and maintain the status of orders and report issues to supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ability to exercise considerable independent judgement when performing daily tasks.
- Represents the organization in a professional manner.
- Complies with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Effectively manages competing priorities in a changing, highly results-oriented, deadline-driven environment.
- Ensures proper protection of organization’s confidential information.
- A high level of interpersonal skills to effectively represent Brown University Health and Supply Chain in interaction with all levels of personnel within and outside the organization.
EDUCATION
- High School Diploma or equivalent required and a minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing.
EXPERIENCE
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Pay Range
$20.96-$34.61
Location
Corporate Headquarters - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type
M-F 8:00am-5:00pm
Work Shift
Day
Daily Hours
8 hours
Driving Required
No
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Purchasing Assistant
Align your degree to procurement titles
E-3 visa eligibility turns on whether your degree matches the role's field. A supply chain, business, or commerce degree supports Purchasing Assistant applications. An unrelated degree may require a credentials evaluation showing equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's in a relevant discipline.
Target employers with active LCA histories
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for employers who have previously filed LCAs for purchasing or procurement titles. Prior filings signal a finance or operations team already familiar with the E-3 sponsorship process.
Clarify the degree requirement in job listings
Listings that say 'bachelor's preferred' rather than 'required' can disqualify a role from E-3 specialty occupation status. Before applying, confirm with the hiring manager that a degree in a specific field is genuinely required, not just preferred.
Get your LCA filed before the interview stage ends
Your employer must file a certified LCA with the DOL before you can attend your consulate appointment. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so the certification is ready the moment you have a signed offer.
Prepare an Australian credentials summary for HR teams
Many U.S. HR departments are unfamiliar with Australian three-year bachelor's degrees. A one-page summary confirming your qualification meets the U.S. equivalent threshold reduces back-and-forth and helps HR move the sponsorship request through internal approvals faster.
Request an E-3 transfer when changing procurement employers
Switching employers on E-3 status requires your new employer to file a fresh LCA and you to attend a new consulate appointment or file a change of status. You can start work before the new visa is stamped if the LCA is certified and you remain in valid status.
E-3 Visa Purchasing Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Purchasing Assistant jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles that include E-3 visa sponsorship. Rather than filtering general job boards manually, Migrate Mate surfaces Purchasing Assistant and procurement roles at employers with active sponsorship history, saving you the guesswork of identifying which companies will support the E-3 process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Purchasing Assistant role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. The E-3 requires the role to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as supply chain management, business administration, or a related discipline. If the job description accepts any degree or no degree at all, USCIS may not treat it as a specialty occupation, which would make E-3 sponsorship unavailable for that specific posting.
How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for Purchasing Assistant roles?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has no annual lottery, so your employer can sponsor you at any point in the year with a straightforward DOL and consulate process. The H-1B visa has a highly competitive annual lottery with a roughly 25% selection rate for most applicants. For an Australian in a Purchasing Assistant role, the E-3 is a far more predictable path.
Can my employer sponsor me for E-3 status if they have never done it before?
Yes. There is no requirement for an employer to have prior E-3 filing history. The process involves two main steps: the employer files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL, and you attend a consulate interview in Australia. Many first-time E-3 sponsors in purchasing and operations teams complete the process without immigration counsel by using a filing service that guides them through each step.